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EPISODE · Jan 12, 2026 · 17 MIN

Struggling to Lead Your Team? The Problem Might Be That You Won't Follow

from Crossroads + Catalysts Leadership Podcast

Great leaders know when to lead and when to follow. In this episode, we explore the critical skill of followership—the willingness to adopt the best solution to a problem, even when it's not your idea. Many leaders struggle with this transition, undermining team collaboration and innovation in the process. Discover three key signs of poor followership that might be holding you back from being an effective leader. Using a powerful dance metaphor, this episode reveals how collaboration works best when everyone—leaders included—understands their role in the choreography of success. Whether you're a manager, executive, or team leader, developing strong followership skills will strengthen your leadership effectiveness and build a more collaborative workplace culture. Learn why the best leaders embrace humility, adapt when needed, and celebrate contributions from across their team. Download Leadership Behaviors Worth Leaving Behind to discover other behaviors unbecoming a great leader. Want to support me, Buy Me A Coffee. Want to be a better leader? The Catalyst is a weekly leadership brief with helpful resources to assist you in your leadership journey.

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Great leaders know when to lead and when to follow. In this episode, we explore the critical skill of followership—the willingness to adopt the best solution to a problem, even when it's not your idea. Many leaders struggle with this transition,...

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